HGV Class 1 Driver

Location: Brinklow

We are recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 drivers to join us at our depot in Goresbrook Park, Dagenham to support our General Haulage and Trunking Operations. This role is ideal for a HGV driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service and dependable delivery standards.
The roles are full time, working on a permanent basis and we have a variety of shift patterns including days (between 04:00 - 07:00 starts) and Nights (between 16:00 - 19:00 starts) available working any 5 days from
7. Weekend work may be required depending on demand.
Pay Rates:
We have increased our pay rates , with rates now ranging from  £15.15 to £18.96 per hour , depending on shift – giving you even more reason to build your driving career with us.
Mon-Fri Days - £15.15 per hour
Mon-Fri Night Shift - £16.35 per hour
Saturday and Sunday Day Shift - £18.15 per hour
Saturday and Sunday Night Shift - £18.65 per hour
Bank Holidays - £18.96 per hour.
On top of base salary our HGV Drivers will be entitled to £5 per shift tax-free meal allowance, and £25 per night out tax-free allowance (if applicable).
Driver Responsibilities:
General Haulage with Curtainside trailers, to Distribution Centres and Stores
Collections from Stores to load out to Distribution Centres
Supporting General work, including occasional store deliveries and requirement to load and unload cages
Trunking Opportunities available depending on availability
Completing all necessary vehicle checks and documentation
Maintaining high levels of safety, compliance, and professionalism
Working closely with the transport team to ensure smooth operations
Adhere to Driver's hours, WTD, and tachograph legislation.

Job requirements

You should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (We will consider New Pass Drivers)
No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR Code convictions.
Hold a current valid DCPC & Tacho cards.
Understand and able to comply with Driver's hours and WTD legislation.
Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.
Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.
Excellent communication skills.